Etty Bay Rest Area
Etty Bay Rest Area
About this rest area
Etty Bay Rest Area is positioned in a picturesque beachfront location perfect for a tranquil escape. An ideal spot for day trips, it's equipped with convenient facilities such as picnic tables and barbecues. Though perfect for relaxing, picnicking, and bird watching, it's best suited for smaller vehicles due to parking constraints. Known for its unspoilt beauty and frequent Cassowary sightings, it's a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.
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Etty Bay Rest Area•Esplanade, Etty Bay, QLD, 4858
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Common questions about Etty Bay Rest Area
Is Etty Bay Rest Area free to camp at?
Yes. Etty Bay Rest Area in Etty Bay, QLD is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: bbq, swimming, public phone and picnic tables.
What facilities does Etty Bay Rest Area have?
Etty Bay Rest Area has bbq, swimming, public phone, picnic tables, cold showers and no long rigs. That is the short list; 18 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.
Are dogs allowed at Etty Bay Rest Area?
The record for Etty Bay Rest Area lists "No Pets", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.
Can you book Etty Bay Rest Area online?
We hold no online booking link for Etty Bay Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.
Where is Etty Bay Rest Area?
Etty Bay Rest Area sits in Etty Bay, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.
Facilities at Etty Bay Rest Area
| Facility | On site |
|---|---|
| BBQ | Yes |
| Swimming | Yes |
| Public Phone | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | Yes |
| Cold Showers | Yes |
| Yes | |
| No Long Rigs | Yes |
| Shade | Yes |
| Day Rest Area | Yes |
| Bin | Yes |
| Fishing Spot | Yes |
| Beachfront | Yes |
| No Pets | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Drinking Water | Yes |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Yes |
| Photo Opportunity | Yes |
| Day Use Area | Yes |
| Beach Fishing | Yes |
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Esplanade
Etty Bay, QLD 4858
Etty Bay Rest Area